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Healthy Granola


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  • Author: chefssa
  • Total Time: 55 minutes (including cooling)
  • Yield: Approximately 5 cups 1x

Description

A customizable, crunchy, and wholesome granola made with oats, nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners—perfect for breakfast or snacking.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 3/4 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine oats, chopped nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and sea salt.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the honey or maple syrup with coconut oil. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry mixture and mix until everything is well coated.
  5. Spread evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and press down for clumps if desired.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
  7. Let cool completely. Stir in dried fruits.
  8. Break into clusters and store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For added fiber, include chia seeds or flaxseeds.
  • Swap coconut oil with olive oil for a different flavor.
  • Use agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • Add dark chocolate chips after cooling for extra indulgence.
  • Adjust dried fruits based on season or taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg